My start in RC
In the winter of 2007 my interests in RC flight got the best of me and I started with a 3 channel Parkzone J3 Cub. For the most part I kept it the air but landing was not as easy as I thought, and since I flew by myself the learing curve was just trial and error.
I moved on to a Skyartech Cessna 182 4 channel with tricycle landing gear, as this was much faster and ailerons was something to get use to. Once perfecting a correct landing technique this was a joy to fly. Unfortunately in ended up in a tree, and was there almost a year !!!
While constantly learning (from these forums ) I did manage my first upgrade to flaps on my second (blue) Cessna, as they worked well and proved to be a viable addition.
I moved on to a Skyartech Cessna 182 4 channel with tricycle landing gear, as this was much faster and ailerons was something to get use to. Once perfecting a correct landing technique this was a joy to fly. Unfortunately in ended up in a tree, and was there almost a year !!!
While constantly learning (from these forums ) I did manage my first upgrade to flaps on my second (blue) Cessna, as they worked well and proved to be a viable addition.
Nov. 25
Going on a Plane with my 2 1/2 year old today
Will let you know how it goes
Larry
Will let you know how it goes
Larry
Power System Log
Test One
Motor: DualSky XM2834CA-7 KV1250
Battery: 3S2200mAh 25C
ESC: Hobbywing 40A
Prop: APC 1147SF
Thrust: 1650 grams with 40A current draw
Comment: the motor seems to be overloaded
Test Two
Motor: DualSky XM2812RTR-27
Battery: 2S450mAh 25C
ESC: 6A Bulit-in
Prop: GWS 0947SF, GWS 1047SF
Thrust: 180 grams with 7.5A current draw
Comment: the set-up doesn't seem to be powerful enough for a 150-gram F3P
Motor: DualSky XM2834CA-7 KV1250
Battery: 3S2200mAh 25C
ESC: Hobbywing 40A
Prop: APC 1147SF
Thrust: 1650 grams with 40A current draw
Comment: the motor seems to be overloaded
Test Two
Motor: DualSky XM2812RTR-27
Battery: 2S450mAh 25C
ESC: 6A Bulit-in
Prop: GWS 0947SF, GWS 1047SF
Thrust: 180 grams with 7.5A current draw
Comment: the set-up doesn't seem to be powerful enough for a 150-gram F3P
My Models
These are my models.
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heck, i had no idea I had a blog. even more fascinating is the list of folks who were the last visitors.
bOjO gigelus2k3 Greg Smith Kenny Sharp Moe M. NWarty nyflyer1 shawn595 WildManWillie yucafrita
some folks i know, others I don't. some I can't figure out for the life of me would want to visit a blog I wrote. One in particular stands out, but no naming names. you can figure it out.
bOjO gigelus2k3 Greg Smith Kenny Sharp Moe M. NWarty nyflyer1 shawn595 WildManWillie yucafrita
some folks i know, others I don't. some I can't figure out for the life of me would want to visit a blog I wrote. One in particular stands out, but no naming names. you can figure it out.
Posting pics of current planes in the hanger...
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11-21-09 #2
More Ben photo goodness. Also, before I forget, this weekend is the Tangerine Soaring Championships in Orlando (11\27-11\29). Hope to see some of you guys there.
Mike W
Mike W
11-21-09
I didn't get a chance to shoot any pictures this last Saturday. I got to the field late and spent the little time I had winching on the SE bowl, while most of the guys sloped the East side. It was very light slope lift, but the thermals were great. Thankfully Ben C got off a few pictures. I've attached them for your viewing pleasure.
Mike W
Mike W
R4 coupe build
I plan on building the coupe electric. I have a 400 watt Hi-Max motor. A nice new Spectrum radio. This should be a great flying plane. CAN'T WAIT TO GET IT DONE!
DLG w/ XP-3 wing for Sale
Here's some pics of my XP-3 based DLG that is for sale at $300. The kevlar/CF pod and boom and competition grade balsa tail feathers are all scratch built (not XP-3). They are in excellent condition without a scratch, well there are a few very minor scuffs on the bottom of the rudder from occasional landing on dirt Only the wing is an XP-3 and was made by Phil Barnes; although it is fairly old and has seen several flying seasons, it is in great shape and has only very minor scuffs and scrapes of hangar rash. It has a hole in the left wing tip (covered over) for a peg for a right-handed thrower and a blade afixed in the right wing tip for a left handed thrower. The rudder servo is a JR241, the elevator is a JR285, and I think the flapperons are either JR241s or JR285s (I don't remember). The RX is a Berg7. The battery is a 300mah NiMh and is in fine shape. The AUW is 10.7ounces. She's very precise and tight and flys great. Plug in your crystal freq, and you're ready to fly. I've just lost my desire to play with DLGs.
Any questions, shoot me a PM
Any questions, shoot me a PM
P-47 my first big gas!
It is a hanger 9 with a zanoah g20ie. It smokes
Single plane Snap&Fly kits in stock! Special holiday promo!
Single plane Snap&Fly kits are now in-stock! Single plane kits come with one plane, one base module, one radio, and two 85mAh lipos, one replacement propeller, an one replacement motor mount.
http://www.commonsenserc.com/index.php?cPath=114
Best of all, the manufacturer has reduced the price of these all Snap&Fly kits as a special holiday promotion, and we are passing these savings on to you!
These single plane kits are normally $139.95, but for a limited time you can purchase them for only $99.95!
The price of the 3-in-1 plane kit has also been reduced as a part of this promotion. Normally $199.95, the 3-in-1 kits can now be purchased for only $149.95!
http://www.commonsenserc.com/product...oducts_id=1539
Also, if you haven't received your copy of this month's Backyard Flyer, Snap&Fly was just named Most Unique in the 2010 Buyers' Guide. You can check out the full article below.
http://www.commonsenserc.com/index.php?cPath=114
Best of all, the manufacturer has reduced the price of these all Snap&Fly kits as a special holiday promotion, and we are passing these savings on to you!
These single plane kits are normally $139.95, but for a limited time you can purchase them for only $99.95!
The price of the 3-in-1 plane kit has also been reduced as a part of this promotion. Normally $199.95, the 3-in-1 kits can now be purchased for only $149.95!
http://www.commonsenserc.com/product...oducts_id=1539
Also, if you haven't received your copy of this month's Backyard Flyer, Snap&Fly was just named Most Unique in the 2010 Buyers' Guide. You can check out the full article below.
The ever changing fleet
Some planes I've had. There are others. So many stories for each one.
New Video: Jeff Pfeifer T-Rex 700N
Here is a new video of me flying my T-rex 700N. The music was just playing in the background at the event and not picked by me.
I realized it has been a while since I added any content to my blog here, so I will contribute more regularly moving forward.
I realized it has been a while since I added any content to my blog here, so I will contribute more regularly moving forward.
| Jeff Pfeifer T-rex700n.wmv (7 min 19 sec) |
JR Indoor RC Festival 2009
JR Indoor RC Festival 2009 was a great time. Here are some Random Pics taken by me.
My first EPP yak build
My very first EPP build.Very light plane. Going to love flying this one!
C.G. Valkyrie build
I have started building a Carl Goldberg Valkyrie.
Lots of ribs to build...Steve
Lots of ribs to build...Steve
Himodel motor and esc
Hello all, I have a Himodel 50/40 1200 brushless motor and a Himodel brand Pentium 100 amp brushless speed control. Voltage range is 3-18 volts.
I plan to use this motor on my C.G. Valkyrie. (aprox 6 lbs)
I am new to E.P. and would apreciate any help with the electrics.
Big prop and low RPM.
I NEED TO KNOW what lipos to use with this motor and esc and additional items needed. Thank you, Steve
I plan to use this motor on my C.G. Valkyrie. (aprox 6 lbs)
I am new to E.P. and would apreciate any help with the electrics.
Big prop and low RPM.
I NEED TO KNOW what lipos to use with this motor and esc and additional items needed. Thank you, Steve
My EZ Glider Pro w/ RVOSD
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Links to find CG and MAC
very cool links for finding CG,.. MAC,.. etc
http://www.geistware.com/rcmodeling/cg_super_calc.htm
http://www.geistware.com/rcmodeling/cg_calc.htm#cg
http://www.geistware.com/rcmodeling/cg_super_calc.htm
http://www.geistware.com/rcmodeling/cg_calc.htm#cg
